Johnson out for England

Everton striker Andy Johnson has been ruled out of England's two crucial Euro 2008 qualification matches. Johnson came off the bench during the match with Newcastle and manager David Moyes revealed after the game that he will have an operation on his ankle and will be out of action for up to 4 weeks.

"It is a big blow for Everton. We have known for a while he has had a problem with his ankle and he has also been carrying a groin injury, which kept him out recently," said Moyes. "With the international break, unfortunately for England, it is probably the best time to get his ankle sorted now. "

He added: "We just know he has got a problem and Andy wants it sorted, so we have to get that done."